Why choose Mayo Clinic

Expertise and experience. The large number of kidney specialists (nephrologists) at Mayo Clinic allows doctors to subspecialize in specific aspects of kidney medicine. A number of Mayo Clinic nephrologists specialize in lupus and care for people from all over the world who have the disease, including those with lupus nephritis.

Teamwork approach. Lupus can affect almost any part of the body, and people with lupus can have very different symptoms. In Mayo's multidisciplinary practice, your doctor can easily tap into the expertise of other Mayo specialists — including doctors who specialize in kidney disease if you have lupus nephritis. You'll have a treatment plan tailored for your needs to improve your quality of life.

New ideas. Mayo researchers conduct studies to better understand lupus and to test novel therapies for lupus nephritis through the Mayo Nephrology Collaborative Group. You may have the opportunity to participate in a clinical trial.

Coordinated care. Mayo doctors can work closely with your local doctor to coordinate treatment and follow-up care.

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., ranks #1 for kidney disorders in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings. Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Ariz., is ranked among the Best Hospitals for kidney disorders, and Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Fla., is ranked high performing for kidney disorders by U.S. News & World Report.

Mayo Clinic: Answers you can trust

At Mayo Clinic, we assemble a team of specialists who take the time to listen and thoroughly understand your health issues and concerns. We tailor the care you receive to your personal health care needs. You can trust our specialists to collaborate and offer you the best possible outcomes, safety and service.

Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit medical institution that reinvests all earnings into improving medical practice, research and education. We're constantly involved in innovation and medical research, finding solutions to improve your care and quality of life. Your doctor or someone on your medical team is likely involved in research related to your condition.

Our patients tell us that the quality of their interactions, our attention to detail and the efficiency of their visits mean health care — and trusted answers — like they've never experienced.

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